In the heart of Delhi Chandni Chowk becomes a magical world during every festival the streets glow with lights the air is ...

Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” is one of India's most widely celebrated holidays. It overlaps with other harvest rituals and festivals.

Diwali is the most important festival of the year in India — and for Hindus in particular. It is celebrated across faiths by more than a billion people in the world’s most populous nation and ...

Diwali seems to be everywhere this year. More and more major brands are recognizing the festival of lights, running ad campaigns and stocking products related to the holiday in the US. South Asian ...

Festival season rail travellers can save on return tickets with IRCTC's new scheme, but the offer applies only if you meet ...

Diwali, which will be celebrated within South Asia and among its diaspora on Oct. 24 this year, commemorates the triumph of light over darkness. Central to that celebration is mithai, or sweets.

Diwali, or Deepavali, a Sanskrit word meaning “rows of lighted lamps,” is a Hindu-originated festival celebrated in India and by the Indian diaspora.

Diwali is also considered for some to be the start of the new year, so many people purchase new clothes and clean out their homes. Typically, Hindus will also go to a temple to say a puja, or ...